QC Chemist

About the role

This role supports analytical testing and quality assurance functions in a regulated nutraceutical environment, with additional responsibility for cross-functional specification alignment and technical problem-solving. The QC Chemist II operates independently, leads investigations, and collaborates directly with R&D to optimize product quality and compliance. This role is intended for high performing professionals with technical depth and initiative beyond standard Chemist I expectations.

Responsibilities

• Independently perform validated analytical methods (e.g., HPLC, LC/MS, UV-VIS) for raw materials, in-process blends, and finished products.
• Lead out-of-specification (OOS) investigations, including root cause analysis and documentation of findings.
• Liaise with R&D on formulation challenges and specification improvement opportunities.
• Perform method evaluation and data analysis to support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Research technical literature or internal studies to inform test methods or troubleshoot anomalies.
• Draft and revise SOPs, protocols, and test procedures in collaboration with QC Chemist III.
• Support internal audits and CAPA resolution with technical documentation.
• Train junior chemists on method execution and good documentation practices.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or related field.
• 2+ years hands-on laboratory experience in a GMP-regulated quality control setting.
• Demonstrated ability to independently operate analytical platforms (e.g., HPLC, LCMS, UVVIS).
• Prior experience leading investigations or authoring deviation documentation preferred.
• Strong understanding of analytical chemistry and regulatory quality requirements (GMP, FDA, ICH).
• Able to interpret data and identify specification gaps or improvement areas.
• Self-directed, highly organized, and detail-oriented.
• Strong communication skills, including ability to interface with R&D and QA teams.
• Proficiency in MS Office and familiarity with LIMS or digital lab systems is preferred.

Qualifications

• Must be able to work flexible hours to include overtime and weekends when needed.
• Strong desire and ability to work in fast-paced deadline-oriented environment.
• Fluent in written and spoken English required.
• Must be able to communicate to and work well with multiple departments.
• Must be results-focused and oriented toward accomplishment of team goals.

Skills

• Independent, proactive, extremely detail-oriented, dependable, organized and ability to handle multiple tasks.

Benefits

The opportunity to develop your career on a global stage, continuous learning through an on-demand learning platform, and a competitive compensation package including staff discounts, generous family leave policy, health & dental plan, competitive salary, 401K.

Pay

Factors that could be used to determine your actual salary may include your specific skills, years of experience and comparison to current employees already in this role.

Schedule

The opportunity will be based onsite in West Haven, Connecticut.